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Look, we realize not everyone enjoys working on their cars but if you want that you car serve yo uwell you need to take care of him.

 

 

Here is some basic car maintenance tips:

 

1. This keeps your engine in top shape.-make sure always  that your vehicle upto date with your servicing, this keeps your engine in top shape.
2. You should  wash him once in 7 days  dirt off the paint, a little wax at least once in 30 days.
3. Any minor concerns? Get them checked out before they become big problems.
4. Check and change the oil regularly
5. Ensure tyre pressure is correct
6. Book car in for regular servicing

 

 

Water tips:

 

Ensure the tank isn’t hot, and use a cloth to remove the cap. Check the minimum and maximum levels on the coolant tank, and fill up with water to the halfway point. Keep an eye on the level and top up with pre-prepared mix of one third anti-freeze and two thirds water to the maximum level. If the car have low level  of water this can cause it to overheat so always check this especially before long journeys. You have a small tank at the top of the engine bay, normally with a yellow filler cap. On the side of the tank should be two marks, between these is where we want our water level. If its a little low top it up. If its empty get it topped up right away. If your tank did require topping up check it for the next few days. It will mean you have a leak in the system somewhere if it keeps losing water.

 

You need to open the water filler cap when the car is cooled as it can have much of pressure behind it and will also be hot. It's an excellent primer on the basics of oil changes, the whys and hows of protecting your car's most valuable fluid.

 

 Oil 

 

For maximum protection, most oil companies say to change the oil every 3,000 miles or three to six months regardless of what type of driving you do. On level ground, switch the engine off and wait about 5 minutes to let the oil fall to the sump. Pull the dipstick out, wipe clean with a cloth and pop it back in. For diesel engines and turbocharged gasoline engines, the usual recommendation is every 3,000 miles or six months.

Take it back out again after some seconds and you should be able to see where the oil scale  is. A dipstick will have a minimum and maximum level. You want that your oil be upto the full mark. It doesnt matter if its a little less though.

 

Than  lets check the condition of the oil. If the color is slightly brown that's good.Dark brown color shows that coming up to need a change. If its black its definitely time to get it changed. But if its coffee colored, this calls trouble. Sometime it means a gasket is leaking water into the oil. So get it to a garage right away to have it checked out.

 

Than we have looked at the oil level and condition, you may need to top it up. Make sure you have the accurate oil for your vehicle. Most motor factors will be able to advise what type of oil your car requires. To fill up simply remove the oil filler cap on top of the engine, these are often clearly marked. Top your oil a bit at a time giving it chance to get to the bottom of the sump, and then check with the dipstick. Repeat this until you are at the full mark. Once finished simply make sure you pop the filler cap back on and also make sure your dipstick is

 

Tyres tips:

 

Tyres with low pressure or tread can be dangerous and impair your car’s handling. You have to buy a tyre pressure gauge. These is tool for small money and are very handy. That tool measure your pressure and will save you fuel money and tyre wear. You have to check your pressure once a week.

Often your pressure guide is stamped in the door of the drivers side. If its not there then there is many sources online to get the right pressure. If it is needing to be pumped up often then this indicates a puncture and will need repairing or replacing.

 There is also a juristic limit on the amount of grip your tyres should have. For each tyre that is illegal you get a fine and 3 points on your liscence so have them checked so that you know  where you stand.

 

Useful tips on wheel condition are: any vibrations you feel at speed indicate that your wheels need balancing. If car pulls to one side then your wheel alignment may be out. Get this sorted out as this will wear your tyres down unevenly and quickly. It is also bad for suspension parts and can be dangerous.

 

 Tracks your vehicle maintenance and service history so you know what needs to be done and when to do it and remember take care that  small things be sorted before they become large problems.